No, the proposed
transmission line will be constructed within an existing 250-foot right-of-way. The
500kV Ladysmith-Possum Point transmission line was constructed on the south
side of this right of way in the early 1990s.
Can
Dominion install the new line on the existing 500kV structures?
The existing structures are not capable of supporting the additional loads
of a second circuit nor can the required clearances between the circuits be
maintained.
Will additional clearing be necessary for this line?
The majority
of the right of way has been cleared. There is some minimal
clearing to be done in the vicinity of I-95 and some danger trees must be
removed. Danger
trees are trees outside the right of way that are tall enough to potentially
impact the transmission line. Trees are cut no more than 3 inches above
ground level. Adjacent to homes, debris will be disposed of by chipping
or removal. In other areas, debris may be windrowed or chipped as practicable. Clearing
will be accomplished by hand in wetland areas and within 100 feet of streams. Care
will be taken not to place windrows in streams or wetland areas. Erosion
control devices will be used on an ongoing basis during these clearing activities.
Will
Dominion repair damage due to construction?
Yes. Our easement agreements allow us access over private
roads of property owners crossed by the right of way. The company, at
its expense, will repair any private roads damaged by Dominion or its contractors
during construction of the line or during future maintenance. In addition,
we will reimburse property owners for crop damage, and repair or replace fences
or gates if we should damage them.
Where can I find more information on this project?
You may call Gail Lamm toll-free at 1-800-215-8032 and press 2 when prompted,
or send email to gail.lamm@dom.com.
The
company filed an application with the State Corporation Commission
(SCC) on February 22, 2008. Documents relating to this SCC case can be viewed on the SCC Web site: http://docket.scc.virginia.gov:8080/vaprod/main.asp
